Middle East

Iraq

A visa is required; since 1 March 2025, the tourist visa for federal Iraq must be requested online before travel.

✓ Reviewed by TripminuteFrench passport · tourism · short stayInformation reviewed on August 9, 2026

The 30-second summary

DocumentValid passport meeting eVisa conditions; requirements differ between federal Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.

EntryOnline authorisation

A visa is required; since 1 March 2025, the tourist visa for federal Iraq must be requested online before travel.

DurationThe permitted stay follows the eVisa issued; the Kurdistan Region’s own visa is limited to 30 days and that region only.

Key warningLarge areas are formally advised against and the remainder is generally advised against except for essential travel because terrorism, kidnappings and mines persist.

Before you book

This block covers the standard case stated above. If your situation differs, open the consular source directly.

Document

Valid passport meeting eVisa conditions; requirements differ between federal Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.

Entry

A visa is required; since 1 March 2025, the tourist visa for federal Iraq must be requested online before travel.

Duration

The permitted stay follows the eVisa issued; the Kurdistan Region’s own visa is limited to 30 days and that region only.

Vaccines and health

Recommendations depend on age, health, stopovers, regions and season.

Keep routine vaccinations up to date; hepatitis A and food precautions often need discussion depending on the trip.

Check French routine boosters and hepatitis A according to context.
Check medicine import rules, which can be very strict.
Plan insurance, hydration, sun protection and food precautions.

Driving locally

An international driving permit is a translation: it never replaces your valid French licence.

Rules vary by province or stay length. Check the official summary before renting a vehicle.

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Documents to prepare

Required identity document and a separate copy
Authorisation, visa or QR code available offline
Return ticket and first accommodation address
Medical insurance and assistance number
Prescriptions and medicines in original packaging
French licence and any required supporting permit

What can change the answer

Dual nationality or residence permitTransit through border controlMinor travelling alone or with one parentWork, internship, volunteering or a longer stayEmergency, damaged or nearly expired passportControlled medication or specialist equipment

Frequently asked questions

Is a visa or authorisation required?

A visa is required; since 1 March 2025, the tourist visa for federal Iraq must be requested online before travel.

Which vaccines should I consider?

Keep routine vaccinations up to date; hepatitis A and food precautions often need discussion depending on the trip.

Is a French driving licence sufficient?

Rules vary by province or stay length. Check the official summary before renting a vehicle.

When should this information be checked again?

Check once before any non-refundable purchase, then again 48 to 72 hours before departure. The destination authorities and carrier retain the final say.